People & Culture Generalist

WHO WE ARE

Since 1955, LutherCare Communities has been a leader in providing programs, services, and housing to residents across Saskatchewan with the highest quality of care and support. Our Team Members provide caring services to residents and clients throughout Saskatchewan in our Seniors Independent Living Communities, Intermediate Care Homes, Long-Term Care, Group Homes for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities, and programs like the Seniors Day Program and the Luther Seniors Centre. LutherCare Communities is proud to offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of all entrusted to our care. These services are fully accredited to meet our commitment to excellence.

VISION

A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living™ for those we serve.

MISSION

Our mission is to provide excellence in care, shelter, and support in a caring Christian environment for all entrusted to our care.

VALUES

Compassionate Care, Excellence in Serving, Inclusion & Belonging, Integrity.

PRIMARY FOCUS

The P&C Generalist plays a key role in supporting the full Team Member lifecycle and advancing organizational culture, engagement, and workforce effectiveness. Working closely with leaders across the organization, this position provides expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, wellness, workforce planning, diversity and inclusion, learning and development, health and safety, and HR compliance. The P&C Generalist serves as a trusted advisor to leaders, fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while helping to create a culture of resident-first service, continuous learning, inclusion, and organizational excellence.

 Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to support recruitment, onboarding, retention, engagement, wellness, recognition, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Provide HR guidance and support in both unionized and non-unionized environments, including interpretation and application of collective agreements and employment policies.
• Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through the development and implementation of equitable people practices and programs.
• Support team member and labour relations activities, including collective bargaining preparation, policy interpretation, and issue resolution.
• Support workplace health, safety, return to work, wellness, accreditation, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with leaders to address workforce challenges, support organizational priorities, and enhance service delivery outcomes.
• Analyze workforce metrics and trends, conduct research on HR best practices, and provide recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of HR policies, programs, and processes that strengthen organizational effectiveness and enhance the Team Member experience.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with leaders, Team Members, residents, families, unions, educational institutions, and community partners to support organizational success.
• Promote consistency, professionalism, and a high standard of service while serving as a trusted resource for internal and external stakeholders.

Why This Role Matters

This role is ideal for an HR professional who is passionate about people, culture, and organizational excellence. The successful candidate will balance strategic thinking with hands-on support, helping leaders navigate complex people matters while creating an inclusive, engaged, and thriving workplace for Team Members and exceptional experiences for residents.

What You'll Bring

·  Demonstrated knowledge of human resources practices, including talent acquisition, employee and labour relations, performance management, engagement, learning and development, health and safety, and employment legislation.

·  Experience working in unionized and non-unionized environments, including interpreting collective agreements and employment policies.

·  Strong relationship-building and consulting skills with the ability to influence, coach, and support leaders at all levels of the organization.

·  Exceptional communication, facilitation, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.

·  Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and psychologically safe workplaces.

·  A collaborative, resident-centered approach and a passion for enhancing organizational culture and the Team Member experience.

·  A commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and contributing to organizational success through strategic people practices

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional designation (CPHR) would be an asset.
• Licensed and in good standing with a professional association and/or regulatory body, if applicable.

Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in People & Culture.
• Experience in a multi-stakeholder environment with multiple locations 
• Experience providing people services to a non-union and union workplace
• Experience in non-union and union workplaces.
• Experience working with Federal and Provincial Governments.
• Experience working with First Nation and Metis communities.
• Experience in a hybrid organization (for-profit and not-for-profit) would be an asset.
• Experience in the healthcare and housing sectors would be considered assets.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Is committed to a resident-first culture.
• Advanced knowledge of legislation and applicable laws
• Advanced knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines and labor law
• Thorough understanding of health-related services and housing issues, government, government relations and public affairs
• Has demonstrated strong critical thinking, financial and analytical skills.
• Ability to use metrics and analytics to make evidence-based decisions.
• Capacity to plan, prioritize and oversee numerous concurrent projects effectively.
• Ability to ensure establishment of appropriate standards, policies, and practices.
• Superior interpersonal, leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Has a proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders, including community, to balance the needs and interests of diverse groups while maintaining alignment with strategic priorities.
• Ability to foster collaboration and develop partnerships.
• Ability to teach, inspire, lead by example, build confidence in others and mobilize people.
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism, and personal integrity.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Enhanced time off policies.
• An inclusive workplace.
• Learning & development opportunities.
• Prioritization of work-life balance.
• Wellness in the workplace.
• Culture of internal advancement.
• Paid sick leave.
• Extended Health and Dental benefits.                                         
• Group life and long-term disability benefits.
• Pension Plan.                                 
• Employee family assistance program.

We believe in the power of diversity, and we're dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment at LutherCare Communities. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and encourage people of all visible minorities and those of any religion, sex, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression to apply.

Applicants must provide a criminal background check prior to employment.

A Safe and Caring Continuum of Living™ for those we serve.